San Sebastian Old Town Pintxos & Wine Tour Small Group Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
In a food mecca like San Sebastian, there are some places you just can’t leave without trying—and we’re going to take you right to them. Come with us on a fun-filled evening at San Sebastian’s pintxos headquarters, the Old Town, where we’ve carefully chosen the best bites the city has to offer, hidden in plain sight. As we go, we’ll teach you what to do—and what not to do. Where to go and where not to!
Discover a San Sebastian institution for locally caught seafood. - Enjoy classic pintxos in the classic style with the locals and check out all of San Sebastian's must-visit bars in one night.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is not recommended for children under 15 years of age due to busy, crowded bars and the alcohol focus of this tour. For safety and logistical reasons, guests with very young children or strollers may be refused participation in this tour
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, gluten free (not celiac), dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, but please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop. Not recommended for Vegans.
We will be standing up in all the bars, in true Basque style.
The tour covers a full meal.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We’ll start at a bar that’s been a local favorite since the 1970s. Here you’ll try a selection of the best mussels in town with dry Basque cider. Master pouring cider from a height straight into your glass and learn all about the cultural phenomenon of “TXOTX!” This traditional stop will be your first introduction into what going out for pintxos really means in San Sebastian.
Next, you’ll dive into the fascinating world of Spain’s most famous delicacy: cured Iberian ham. We’ll introduce you to a family-run gem stocked with Basque and Spanish gourmet products. Try two of the most-renowned (and most expensive) cured hams especially chosen by our friend Sylvain. By the time we leave, you’ll have an understanding of the differences between them—and a favorite!
What‘s Included
Expert local culinary guide
Small group tour (maximum 9 guests)
8 pintxos and 5 drinks (enough for dinner)
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Options
San Sebastian Ultimate
Small group 8 guests
Private Ultimate San Sebastian
Ultimate Pintxos & Wine Tour : Explore the world of San Sebastian’s famous pintxos bars & try a range of their most delicious creations while enjoying wine.
Reviews
1,142 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great few hours spent...
Jennie P,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great few hours spent sampling some of the best food in San Sebastián with Christina who was lovely and very knowledgeable
More of a bar crawl than a culinary experience
Lynn M,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The entire tour is walking and standing. Not a lot of food or wine. Just tastes of cider and two wines. No beer. Lots of info and history about the. Basque Country. Our guide was very informative. More of a bar crawl than a culinary experience.
A very tasty, historically rich and fun day with a great guide!
LisaWestVillage,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Kaya, was super-knowledgeable and very kind. We went to her “favorite” places and she thoroughly explained the history of the bars and the pinxtos we sampled. Her info about the old town’s history was fascinating too. We highly recommend her as a guide and really enjoyed ourselves!!
Great Guide and delicious pintxos
770jimb,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hector is an outstanding guide. He knows all his restaurants and treats them well. All the pintxos were delicious. Tried several wines, cider and sherry. He incorporates a good overview of the history of San Sebastián and the basque people.. We found that informative and enjoyable
Quantity tour and great host
isgscott,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lily was a fabulous host. Loved her food choices. We really enjoyed the tour. She had lots of local knowledge and was very well prepared. She gave us recommendations for other places to visit. Would highly recommend the tour.
Very good!
Carrie R,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent food and history tour with Hugo. He was very knowledgeable and shared many facts of San Senastian and Basque. We had four food stops for pinchox, cider and wine. The food was amazing and the best ever! Very good and highly recommended with Hugo.
Worth it!
Julia K,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Small group, enthusiastic-young guide (George) who took us to 5-6 spots in the old town. Lite rain, but not a lot of walking. Toured really built, with a mix of food and drinks, ending with cheesecake!
Fab way to spend a Sunday!
Roy C,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We took this tour with Gorka, who was the most fantastic guide! We learned so much about the Basque region and the culture - we got a real local’s insight from Gorka. The food and drink we got were all delicious and high quality - with so many pinchos bars to choose from, this is an excellent way to experience some really good ones that are recommended by locals. We also made some nice friends on this tour - Gorka made it a really fun social experience!
Lively, informative & sociable way to enjoy an evening
Adam D,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hector the guide energetically led us through the bars and restaurants of the old town. Good insight into San Sebastian’s history and food.
Defo a must do IMHO
Miles B,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide (gonzo) was great, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and fun. The food was amazing and we learned so much about the history of San Sebastian at the same time. Its a great way to spend and evening.
From €103.00
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